Self-government is the measure of a man. Irritations and mistakes are sure to arise in every home but whether they are allowed to threaten...

The love which newlyweds experience need not end with the arrival of children! This collection of practical tips offers a foundation of...

Busyness is the signal to stop and do the one thing we believe we are too busy to do!

A dynamic family is a ministry-minded family! From living out the principles in their own home to visiting nursing homes, churches or other...

As Americans we tend to sidestep the fact that "clutter" is more than a personal inconvenience or an eye sore. In this humorous talk by Kay...

Scripture tells of two kings with outstanding character, but the contrast in their motives eventually brought very different results. One...

As you may have begun to see from your own experience, an abundant life centers upon one vital discipline, the discipline of meditating...

"The key ingredient in raising good children is to get their hearts early, keep their hearts, and be extremely vigilant to not lose their...

Conservative convictions will certainly be tested, by honest inquirers and hardened critics alike.

There are many ways we can allow perfectionism to come in and replace the relationships we are supposed to have with the Lord and with our...

In this powerful message, Doug Small uses the statistics of this increasingly-fatherless nation to clarify a unique and needful perspective...

In the midst of life's everyday circumstances, can you and your children identify basic Biblical principles at work? God's ways are often...

How do we keep the joy of the Lord in our homes? The answer is: many things! Just as there may be many children, there are many ways we as...

The Duggars' story in forty-seven minutes: how the Lord turned their hearts to have children, how they made it through when the first few...

Procrastination can be the assassination of your motivation, the dilapidation of your habitation, and much more! Rick Grubbs exposes three...

"Dad, you just don't understand." As this phrase rang over and over in the ears of Jim Sammons, he knew that God was trying to get his...

Each of us, as well as each of our children, have a part to play in the body of Christ and we can't fulfill that role by being like anyone...

Is it possible to have pure thoughts all the time? Why are impure thoughts such a struggle? So many today feel trapped in habits and...

Even well trained Christian young people who know the dangers of the boyfriend girlfriend game can still give away their hearts without...

Spiritual Gifts: Specific Characteristics, Misuses, Examples and Instructions

"When I became a man, I put away childish things." Entering adulthood is certainly a time of change. We pray for our teenagers and give...

When Gil Bates humbled himself and started to see himself the way his wife and children did, he knew a little change was in order.

In this continuation of “How Sin is Overcome—Romans 6,” Jamie Lash focuses on the war of intelligence being waged between the lies of the...

Jenny Speed recounts her personal struggles with her own “prodigal” son and how God taught her to train a child’s heart and not just his...

If there’s something in your life that is not of God, He will cause it to be shaken. This is what happened to Becky – a girl who grew up as...

This fun whiteboard drawing takes you through the life cycle of a caterpillar giving a great comparison to our growth in the Christian life...

Having faith in our own faith is becoming a widespread problem among Christians. Those who profess to know Christ feel that at times their...

What practical difference does it make in our daily experience when our expectations are on the Lord? Chris Hogan shares some of the truths...

What are some things we can focus on as a couple to keep the marriage a we-centered marriage instead of a me-centered marriage?

Many of today's Christian parents were saved midway through life. As they raise up their children (and especially their teenagers) in the...

We know that Hebrews was written to Jews who knew the law well. They needed reminded of the hope Christ brought after the law. They needed...

Many of today's Christian parents were saved midway through life. As they raise up their children (and especially their daughters) in the...

God designs each wife to be the counterpart to their one and only, perfect, complete, complementary. But what do we actually do, with sheer...

It is a special thing these days to have eight children and keep the hearts of each of them. As a matter of fact it is extraordinary. And...

Kenan, Sarah, Adam, and Hannah Wilkes share some of the high hopes that they had for themselves and their future. Along the way, they found...

In their relaxed, friendly manner Mike and Connie explain the importance of God’s principle of design as it applies to both husband and...

Prepare for a new relationship-centered understanding of Matthew Chapter 18: an insightful application by Chris Hogan about all that is...

Dr. Steve Scheibner and his wife Megan want to see you succeed where it matters most: at home. Their experience in counseling and marriage...

As a parent, there is a certain focus in life that can inspire our children to say what we've always wanted to hear them say: “That's what...

When Paul and Jenny Speed first gave their testimony of what the Lord had done for them during a Family Conference in Nashville, Tennessee...

Unity is something God gives. Rather than feeling the pressure to agree it's amazing what can happen when two separate entities look to God...

What do you do when God confronts you with the question, “Are you willing to go anywhere for Me?” This is especially disconcerting when the...

In the year 1900, Americans identified seventy-two things they deemed essential to happiness. By 1950 it was nearly 500 things. Do you...

Lack of leadership in the Christian home. This problem is a growing problem.

II Timothy 2 was Paul's advice to a young pastor. The encouragement it contains however can apply directly to parenting. Like Timothy,...

If it's wise to count the cost before making a major decision, you certainly want to count the cost before marriage. How do you do that?...

Homeschoolers can be in the world but not of the world! Mrs.

This powerful message by the Speeds examines openness and brokenness. Paul shares his testimony of coming to freedom and explains the...

"But if ye will not do so ... be sure your sin will find you out" (Deuteronomy 32:23). Of all the reluctant and recalcitrant tendencies...

It makes a difference. A family-wide difference. God's design in birth order becomes a natural problem solver when acknowledged and...

How early in life can a son or daughter put into words the purpose God has put in their heart? As parents know, it varies between children...

John Van Gelderen was born again, but he still faced temptations. Despite constant confession, he felt guilty all the time.

Ever tried loving your wife? Others? Well, you can stop now. Enter the joy of learning how to replace your love with Christ's love, deeper...

"Be Strong". To build a house that would stand the test of generations, Solomon needed this word of affirmation from his father. What are...

When a young missionary journeyed to his first mission assignment, a painful memory from his youth drove him to strive for spiritual...

Has the church lost the power that it had in the first century? Dr. John Morgan shares the joyful testimonies God has given to a church...

It is so easy to let negative thoughts about a spouse escalate into full blown judgments without even realizing it. Rather than being quick...

Gil Bates brings home a paradoxical proverb written directly to men: Proverbs 16:32. In this verse, Almighty God warns men that there is...

How does Jesus remind you of His everlasting love? It could be just waking up in the morning! Or, maybe it's a pink sunset, like it is for...

Katie Holdeman was raised in a Christian family and served on the mission field with her parents for several years. During her teen years,...

I have so much to learn! Even applying what I already know about Jesus seems to be a process that takes way too long! Will I ever be...

Another title for this message could well be "The Mystery of the Messy Room." Who wants to admit to having a messy room? Why not close the...

Hearing what God wants to say is a skill. Sharing with others what God has shared with me is also a skill. Drawing near to God enables us...

Even as Christians, if our eyes are on the circumstances and people around us we are sure to find something to complain about. Our tendency...

In the last years of the previous century a remnant of God's people decided to stay with their sons and daughters through the social storm...

In the second chapter of Revelation, Jesus Christ lovingly exhorts the hard-working Christians of Ephesus to return to their first Love. In...

What do you do if you have a colt that only wants to play and eat chocolate? That colt isn’t worth much to you or anyone else! In this...

God's thoughts far exceed our own thoughts and expectations. Logically, we know that. What then might God use to open our eyes to anything...

Teaching children to love Jesus is often a parent's greatest motivation to keep loving Jesus themselves! Raising children definitely grows...

Couples such as Chris and Anne often marry with long range vision already in place. The marriage however will still take time to grow....

"Do you believe My Word?" Mr. Wilkes was inclined to answer without thinking, "Yes! Of course, I do!" In this final message for the 2018...

Everyone has a role to play. That's a family. As the family learns and grows, things come up--all the time and from every direction. That's...

Janny Moore can identify with imperfection. She also knows that, as young ladies, we tend to look in the mirror to come up with our self-...

This thought-provoking message by Jerry Benjamin, the second in a series, once again prompts a person to ask what his motives are for the...

The tongue is a little member. Why is it so hard to tame?

Responsibilities of parenthood can become a burden and no matter how organized or disorganized we may be, we need a way to keep...

Fathers know that it takes humility to take the lead in the area of moral freedom. In many areas, but especially in this area, young men...

Fathers reflect what God is like to their children, and one attribute of our heavenly Father is that He is approachable. Peter Magnuson can...

"Without Me, ye can do nothing." "Christ liveth in me!" "I am crucified with Christ!" "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens...

In this message, Lew Sterrett unveils one of Christianity's greatest secrets. And the title says it all! Because of Christ, boundaries,...

This message is Jerry Benjamin’s third in a series. With his usual fervor, Benjamin prompts us as human beings to ask, “Why would we ever...

"We are the Wilkes Team! We're not perfect, but we stick together. We are quick to obey, quick to repent, quick to forgive.

As with many parents, God gave Mark and Alice Wilkes a vision for their family. The vision was that their family was to represent Christ!...

"We have what we need to come to faith and spiritual maturity!

Peter Magnuson enjoys carrying on the "good taste" of his father, Roger Magnuson, as would any son! Whether it's true Christianity or...

Fathers: What draws your attention when the work day is over? A messy house? A broken stove? A disobedient child? An online temptation? Don...

Perfection is something we all strive for to some extent, whether it be in our work ethic, family life, or the hobbies we enjoy. However,...

Following the dramatic events that took place after surrendering his life to God, Larry found himself wondering what to do next. His new...

What father hasn't been inspired by the family portrait shown in chapter 6 of Deuteronomy? Under this high bar of “teaching diligently,”...

Do you find yourself always thinking negative thoughts about someone? Your mother maybe, or your daughter? Are there some things you wish...

The Advanced Training Institute Wisdom Booklets are rooted firmly in the fact that God can teach us best when, as a family, we look to Him...

Yes, it is possible for parents to have perfect peace despite the prospect of prodigals! As with Moses, Saint Augustine, Franklin Graham,...

The speaker stands as usual behind the podium, but on his tie is visible a small red spot. Is he not aware of how speakers are expected to...

This testimony is about a tremendous breakthrough Mr. Wilkes experienced while training his sons. The breakthrough changed his focus during...

Another call to rise up and share the Gospel would come as another exhausting to-do were it not coupled with the rousing fact that we are...

"Repairing the breach" is a man's job. It takes long-range commitment. But more than that, raising up the foundations of godly generations...

A nobleman has to be of noble descent. His nobility comes from his birth, not his achievements. Rather than seeking affirmation, approval,...

God has blessed and given a father many responsibilities: walking with Him; providing for his family; protecting his wife and children;...

As Director of the ALERT program for young men, Marv Behr is especially qualified to speak at a Father-Son Conference! Young men from...

As a boy, Keith Daniel assumed he was a Christian. His brother, father, and mother assumed they were Christians, too. Their family was good...

Do you remember how you felt when you first became a father? Keith Daniel brings back that fresh sense of fatherhood's responsibility and...

Confidence. This word doesn't often seem synonymous with parenting, but can it be? Peter Magnuson, using the first chapter of Philippians...

In Christ, genuine love can become second nature. The joy of the Lord can be your strength. Peace, patience, kindness—in fact, all the...